Dr. Katharine Anne Yao, MD

Dr. Katharine Yao is a surgeon with over three decades of medical experience, having practiced for 32 years since completing her medical education at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at McGaw Medical Center, building expertise in surgical care with a focus on specialized procedures. Dr. Yao is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Yao practices at Evanston Hospital in Evanston, Illinois, where she focuses on breast-related conditions and cancer care. She treats patients with breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease, as well as Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical expertise includes performing specialized imaging procedures such as scintimammography and mammograms, along with coordinating pathology testing for accurate diagnosis. Patients have given Dr. Yao an average rating of 4.5, reflecting their confidence in her care.